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Heterodromous

Hetˊer-od′ro-mous

,
Adj.
[
Hetero-
+ Gr. [GREEK] to run.]
1.
(Bot.)
Having spirals of changing direction.
Gray.
2.
(Mech.)
Moving in opposite directions; – said of a lever, pulley, etc., in which the resistance and the actuating force are on opposite sides of the fulcrum or axis.

Definition 2024

heterodromous

heterodromous

English

Adjective

heterodromous ‎(comparative more heterodromous, superlative most heterodromous)

  1. Of levers, in which the power and weight move in opposite directions
  2. (botany) Spiralling in opposite directions on a stem or branch

Antonyms

Derived terms

  • heterodromy

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